A Wilder Life is a transformative podcast hosted by Eric Edmeades, delving into evolutionary mismatch theory and The Evolution Gap. Each episode examines the widening disconnect between our ancestral roots and modern society—gaps that contribute to rising levels of depression, anxiety, addiction, and reliance on psychoactive drugs, despite this being the safest era in human history. Through conversations that blend ancestral wisdom with modern science, listeners gain practical insights to enhance their health, relationships, longevity, and overall quality of life.
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What if modern nutrition is built on a misunderstanding—and the key to better health lies in how humans actually evolved to eat?
Dr. Bill Schindler is an archaeologist, food anthropologist, and author of Eat Like a Human. He’s spent over 20 years studying ancestral technologies, co-starred in National Geographic’s The Great Human Race, and traveled the world living with indigenous communities to understand how humans really evolved to eat.
In this conversation, Eric and Bill explore ancestral diets, plant toxins, hunting vs. foraging, and how technology shaped human evolution. They challenge modern nutrition dogma, debate carnivore vs. plant-based approaches, and unpack what traditional cultures like the Hadza can teach us about food, health, and what it truly means to eat like a human.
Key Takeaways:
→ Humans evolved in a completely different food environment than the modern world.
→ Many plants contain natural toxins and often require processing to be safe.
→ Technology shaped human evolution by expanding what we could eat.
→ Indigenous diets offer powerful clues about optimal human nutrition.
→ Modern “healthy” foods may be contributing to chronic disease.
Connect with Dr. Bill Schindler:
Website: www.modernstoneage.com
Ancestral Table Community: https://modernstoneage.circle.so/feed
Eat Like a Human book: https://modernstoneage.com/eat-like-a-human
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Episode 40: Stop Scrolling Start Living
Season 1 · Episode 40
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 • Duration 39:35
What does freedom really mean in a world built to distract you and keep you stuck?Scott Tavlin is a motivational speaker, morning radio host on Magic 94.9, and founder of the Dare to Dream movement focused on helping people take action, build discipline, and create meaningful lives. Through his work in media, schools, and corporate events, he empowers audiences to break limiting patterns and pursue purpose-driven careers.In this episode, Eric and Scott explore modern distraction, the illusion of freedom, social media addiction, and why endless options leave so many people stuck. They dive into discipline, mentorship, youth mindset, and how small behavior changes can unlock momentum, confidence, and long-term success.Key Takeaways:→ Freedom is not doing nothing it is choosing what you do with your time.→ Distraction especially phone use is one of the biggest barriers to personal growth.→ Discipline grows through small daily behavior changes not motivation alone.→ Comparison to successful people too early kills momentum and confidence.→ Sticking with one path long enough to get good creates clarity and opportunity.Connect with Scott:Website: https://www.scotttavlin.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stories/scotttavlin/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-tavlin/Connect with Eric:Facebook:Eric: https://www.facebook.com/ericedmeades/Wild Fit: https://www.facebook.com/GetWILDFIT/Instagram:Eric: https://www.instagram.com/ericedmeades/?hl=enWild Fit: https://www.instagram.com/getwildfit/?hl=enYouTube:Eric: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU2OdJWRZ8YeHfDeBHbZpIQWild Fit: https://www.youtube.com/@AWilderLifewithEricEdmeades
Why We Are Depressed in the Safest Era
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 • Duration 01:09:48
We are living in the safest, most advanced era in human history… so why are anxiety, depression, burnout, and family breakdown at all-time highs?In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses evolutionary mismatch, parenting in a post-village world, and the psychological cost of modern civilization. Together, they explore SAD Theory—Separation, Alienation, and Discord—and unpack how our brains, bodies, and belief systems evolved for a radically different environment than the one we now inhabit. From alloparenting and exploratory learning to nervous system regulation, movement, uncertainty, and meaning, this conversation bridges ancestral wisdom with modern neuroscience—and offers practical ways to realign with our biological design.Key Takeaways:→ Most modern anxiety stems from evolutionary mismatch—our nervous systems are running ancient survival code in a hyper-stimulating digital world.→ The loss of alloparenting and village life has profound consequences for child development, attachment, and resilience.→ Emotions are adaptive signals, but rumination turns short-lived biological responses into long-term psychological suffering.→ Movement, sunlight, nutrition, and uncertainty tolerance are not lifestyle “extras”—they are foundational to mental health.→ Realignment begins by shifting from a threat-oriented mindset to a discovery-oriented one, embracing creativity, process, and growth.Quotes from Dr. Aldrich Chan:● “Separation gives us the ability to strategize, but it can also put us in discord with natural rhythms.”● “Only about 65 to 70 percent of our brain is developed at birth—the rest is shaped through relationships.”● “Uncertainty isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Without uncertainty, there would be no adventure.”Guest BioDr. Aldrich Chan is a neuropsychologist, author, and professor whose work bridges neuroscience, psychology, evolutionary theory, and Eastern philosophy. Drawing from Daoism, interpersonal neurobiology, and modern brain science, he developed SAD Theory—Separation, Alienation, and Discord—as a framework for understanding psychological misalignment in the modern world. His book The Seven Principles of Nature offers a practical path toward restoring balance, clarity, and connection in an age of accelerating change.
Connect with Dr Aldrich Chan:Website: https://www.drchancnc.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/draldrichan/Amazon: New BookYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drchancnc
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Why your symptoms might be emotional
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 • Duration 44:58
What if your chronic symptoms aren’t a body failure—but a stress signal your nervous system has been sending for years?
In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric explores how modern stress, unresolved emotions, and childhood conditioning can manifest as very real physical illness—and why treating symptoms without addressing root causes keeps people stuck. Through a deep, personal conversation, Eric and Dr. David Clarke unpack how the brain, nervous system, and past experiences shape pain, fatigue, and disease—and what it actually takes to heal.
Key Takeaways:
→ Chronic pain and illness are often generated by the nervous system—not damaged tissues or organs.
→ Long-term stress keeps the body locked in survival mode, suppressing healing and recovery.
→ Childhood experiences can program adult stress responses that show up as physical symptoms decades later.
→ The “strong ones” who cope best outwardly are often carrying the highest hidden stress load.
→ True resilience comes from awareness, emotional processing, and restoring play—not grit or willpower.
Quotes from Dr. David Clarke:
● “The brain can create symptoms from head to toe—and they are just as real as symptoms from disease.”
● “Many people don’t feel stressed because stress has been their normal since childhood.”
● “When emotions are buried long enough, the body becomes their voice.”
Guest Bio:
Dr. David Clarke is a physician, researcher, and pioneer in the treatment of neuroplastic symptoms—physical pain and illness generated by the brain under chronic stress. With over 40 years of clinical experience and more than 7,000 patients treated, his work challenges the symptom-focused medical model and offers a radically compassionate, evidence-based approach to healing. He is the founder of the Association for the Treatment of Neuroplastic Symptoms and author of They Can’t Find Anything Wrong.
Connect with Dr David Clarke:
Website: https://www.symptomatic.me/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/symptomatic.me/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/symptomatic.me
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ppdassociation
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Reversing Aging and Boosting Energy with Modern and Ancestral Medicine
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 • Duration 49:25
What if reversing aging, eliminating food cravings, and boosting energy wasn’t about more willpower—but smarter biology?
In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses how modern regenerative medicine intersects with ancestral wisdom, diving deep into peptides, stem cells, and longevity strategies with health optimization expert Regan Archibald. Together, they explore how to truly heal the body, the truth behind GLP-1s, and why some interventions fail without lifestyle alignment.
Key Takeaways:
→ How peptides help rewire the body’s communication and healing systems.
→ Why metabolic flexibility is the foundation for long-term health.
→ The truth behind GLP-1s, weight loss drugs, and their potential misuse.
→ Why stem cells and muse cells may be the next frontier of age reversal.
→ How integrating ancestral practices creates the strongest foundation for modern interventions.
Quotes from Regan Archibald:
● “Peptides are the short-term communication your cells use to tell each other what to do.”
● “We look at how to make five years of progress in just 90 days—then remove the training wheels.”
● “If you don’t take care of your body now, no future intervention will save it.”
Guest Bio:
Regan Archibald is a leading expert in regenerative medicine and the founder of the “Unreasonable Health” movement. With over 15 years of experience and 25,000+ patient cases, he integrates modern clinical science—including peptides and stem cells—with eastern healing and ancestral wisdom to help people radically transform their biology and extend their health span.
Connect with Regan:Website: https://agelessfuture.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/regan-archibald-ab70b813Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ageless.future/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ageless-future/id1497651187
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How to Prosper During Every Economic Crisis
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 • Duration 01:08:47
In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric Edmeades reconnects with longtime friend and bestselling author Daniel Priestley to unpack how periods of global crisis—like the COVID-19 pandemic—are actually fertile ground for entrepreneurial reinvention. Drawing from their experiences during previous recessions, Eric and Daniel explore the mindset shifts, digital strategies, and value-based pivots that allow small businesses not just to survive, but to thrive.
Key Takeaways:
→ Recessions come in two phases: reset and reinvention—and entrepreneurs can leap ahead while corporates stall.
→ Big companies shed opportunities that nimble entrepreneurs can scoop up—if they’re paying attention.
→ Constraints (like lockdowns or funding cuts) are catalysts for creativity and innovation.
→ Entrepreneurs should build digital assets that transcend time, geography, and wear.
→ The biggest opportunity is hidden in your personal “mountain of value”—not in chasing trends.
Quotes from Daniel Priestley:
"Reinvention begins the moment your heart is open, your mind is clear, and your gut is tuned in."
"You’re standing on a mountain of value—but from where you’re standing, it just looks like dirt."
"If you're going to go off and do something you know nothing about, you're at the back of the queue."
About Daniel Priestley:
Daniel Priestley is a renowned entrepreneur, international speaker, and the author of multiple bestsellers including Key Person of Influence, Oversubscribed, and 24 Assets. He’s the co-founder of Dent Global and creator of business accelerators that have helped thousands of small businesses scale. Known for his sharp insights into economics, innovation, and entrepreneurial ecosystems, Daniel is a sought-after thought leader helping founders thrive through disruption.
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Triumph Over Turbid Thoughts
Wednesday, January 21, 2026 • Duration 27:43
Can just five minutes of stillness each day transform your stress levels, your immune system, and your mindset? In this episode, we explore the surprisingly simple path to mental resilience through music, breath, and movement.In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric Edmeades speaks with Jason Campbell—musician, meditation teacher, and seventh-degree black belt—about the power of stillness, sound, and breathwork as tools for stress reduction and mental toughness during turbulent times. Together, they guide listeners through live meditative and movement exercises while diving deep into ancient wisdom and modern wellness.Key Takeaways:→ Mental toughness is often about having fewer thoughts, not more discipline.→ Even five minutes a day of stillness can settle the “mental turbidity” created by modern life.→ Meditation doesn't have to be rigid; comfort and consistency matter more than posture.→ Movement and breath combined with intention dramatically increase vitality and immune strength.→ The pandemic period can be used to install life-enhancing automatic behaviors through daily habits.Quotes from Jason Campbell:● "Part of mental toughness is actually having less thoughts."● "If you don't have five minutes to meditate in a day, you need an hour to meditate."● "Just be still and be in your breath—there’s no such thing as good or bad meditation."Guest Bio:Jason Campbell is a Billboard-topping musician, meditation teacher, and seventh-degree black belt martial artist. His work integrates ancient Eastern wisdom with modern stress-reduction techniques. He is the founder of Zen Wellness and a prolific composer whose music is designed to accompany meditative and healing practices.Connect with Jason:Website: https://jasoncampbellofficial.com/Website: https://zenwellness.com/Facebook:Eric: https://www.facebook.com/ericedmeades/Wild Fit: https://www.facebook.com/GetWILDFIT/Instagram:Eric: https://www.instagram.com/ericedmeades/?hl=enWild Fit: https://www.instagram.com/getwildfit/?hl=enYouTube:Eric: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU2OdJWRZ8YeHfDeBHbZpIQWild Fit: https://www.youtube.com/@AWilderLifewithEricEdmeadesNew boost
Why “Everything in Moderation” Doesn't Work
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 • Duration 25:41
What if the foods you trust most are the very things sabotaging your health? In this riveting episode, Eric Edmeades breaks down the lies we’ve been sold—and the truth about reclaiming our well-being.
In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses the dangerous myth of "everything in moderation," how modern food systems have hijacked our biology, and the profound consequences of straying from our evolutionary diet. Drawing on stories from the wild, shocking medical insights, and his own healing journey, Eric exposes why human-fed beings—ourselves, our kids, pets, and livestock—are among the sickest on Earth, and what we can do to turn the tide.
Key Takeaways:
→ “Everything in moderation” is a cultural trap leading to chronic poor health.
→ Food became toxic when it became a product for profit, not nourishment.
→ Every species has a specific diet; humans are no exception.
→ The modern health crisis is not your fault—it’s the system’s, and shame won’t solve it.
→ True health transformation comes from shifting your relationship with food, not from restriction or calorie counting.
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How Modern Life Fuels Parasite Infections
Season 1 · Episode 35
Wednesday, January 7, 2026 • Duration 45:05
If you’ve been eating clean, following all the health advice, and still feel inflamed, exhausted, or ignored by doctors- this episode will challenge everything you thought you knew about your body.
In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses how parasites, candida, mold, and modern toxins might be the hidden culprits behind chronic illness. Kim Rogers, known as the "Worm Queen," shares her powerful journey from near-death to radical health transformation- and why parasite cleansing may be the missing link in Western health.
Key Takeaways:
→ Parasites can contribute to chronic illness, brain fog, and fatigue without showing up in standard tests.
→ Modern lifestyles make us ideal hosts for parasites by disrupting natural metabolic cycles.
→ Anti-parasitic foods and herbs can prevent and manage infections naturally.
→ Many cultures still cleanse for parasites regularly- unlike in Western medicine.
→ True healing often begins by reclaiming sovereignty over your own body and lifestyle.
Quotes from Kim Rogers:
"I almost died in 2019- and parasites were one of the biggest root causes."
"Candida is a parasite. It's feeding off you, fermenting in your body- and most people don’t even know it."
"Modern life has made it safer for parasites. We’ve lost the natural rhythms that used to keep them in check."
About Kim Rogers:
Kim Rogers is a former medical academic and curriculum designer turned holistic health advocate known as “The Worm Queen.” After surviving over a decade of chronic illness, 13 surgeries, and misdiagnoses, she uncovered parasites and environmental toxins as key root causes of her health collapse. Now the founder of RogersHood Apothecary and host of What’s Eating U?, Kim educates millions on parasite cleansing, detox, and restoring health through natural means.
Connect with Kim:
Website: http://www.rogershood.com
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-eating-u/id1798180273
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mrsrogershood
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrsrogers.hood/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrsrogershood
LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/RogersHood
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Fix Screen Fatigue and ADHD Symptoms with Eye Training
Season 1 · Episode 34
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 • Duration 55:28
What if your brain fog, ADHD symptoms, or vision decline weren’t inevitable—but reversible with the right kind of eye-brain training?
In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric discusses how modern screen use, sedentary lifestyles, and even childhood education systems are damaging our vision—and how that damage affects mental clarity, emotional regulation, and long-term health. Neuro-optometrist Dr. Bryce Appelbaum reveals why 20/20 vision isn’t the real goal, and how retraining the way we see the world can radically improve focus, performance, and quality of life.
Key Takeaways:
→ Vision is more than seeing clearly—it's about how the brain processes and responds to the world.
→ Most people suffer from avoidable or reversible functional vision issues due to modern lifestyles.
→ “Eye push-ups” and vision training can delay or reverse the need for reading glasses.
→ Kids are often misdiagnosed with ADHD or dyslexia when the root issue is visual processing.
→ Expanding peripheral awareness reduces stress and enhances performance in sports, speaking, and daily life.
Quotes from Dr. Bryce Appelbaum:
● “When vision gets locked up, so too does thinking and behavior.”
● “So much of what we label as learning or attention disorders are actually hidden vision problems.”
● “Vision is the dominant sense for guiding performance, and we’re just starting to understand how to train it.”
About Dr. Bryce Appelbaum:
Dr. Bryce Appelbaum is a pioneering neuro-optometrist and founder of VisionFirst, with a mission to change the way the world sees. He’s known for helping professional athletes recover from concussions, children regain focus, and adults reverse screen-related vision decline. Through his online platform ScreenFit and in-person brain-based vision training programs, Dr. Appelbaum is leading a global movement to reframe vision as a powerful tool for cognitive performance and emotional resilience.
Connect with Dr Bryce Appelbaum:
Website.: https://myvisionfirst.com
Screen Fit: https://www.screenfit.com COUPON CODE: WILDER
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbryceappelbaum/
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